
The tattoo peeks out from under his collar, almost playfully. What exactly is it? A flower, some letters, or maybe even a picture of Jesus? It’s not the design itself that’s important, but what it implies about Father Jud Duplenticy. It hints at a rough past he’s trying to escape, youthful errors he’s attempting to make up for by helping others, and a body that was once strong and athletic. Okay, maybe I’m getting carried away thinking about that last part during work hours! Still, the tattoo—it’s a small detail, but it brings this character to life, giving him depth and a hidden history.